(1) Ensure jib/genoa
sheets are clear both in the cockpit and forward.

(2) Check to
ensure your intended course is clear of other boats, shipping, and
navigation hazards.

(3) Ensure crew
members are in safe zones for the maneuver.

(4) Ensure the
mainsheet traveler is secured on both sides.

General
Situation:

Assume going
upwind in moderate conditions.

Required
Positions:

(1) Helmsman.

(2) Grinder.

(3) Tailer.

(4) Working
Sheet. This person can double as Grinder.

Note: A Mainsail
Trimmer may be assigned; however, it isn't imperative that the sheet
and/or traveler be adjusted.

Sequence of
Events:

(1) Helmsman
calls out "Ready about." Crew members take assigned positions. If known,
Helmsman lets the crew know to what point of sail they should trim on the
new tack.

(2) Tailer
places sufficient turns on the winch for the conditions, takes the slack
out of the lazy sheet, and stands in the cockpit. Discusses with the
Grinder whether they have all the turns they need or will be putting more
on before they want the winch handle inserted. Reports "Ready" to
Helmsman.

(3) Grinder
inserts double handled winch handle, and stands forward of the winch
facing aft. They place one foot against the toerail and the other in the
cockpit. Reports "Ready" to Helmsman.

(5) After
receiving "Ready" reports from crew, Helmsman calls out "Hard alee" and
turns the boat into and through the wind to complete the tack.

(6) Working
Sheet, as the boat comes into the wind, watches the luff of the jib/genoa
and as it begins to luff takes the turns off the winch. Once all the
turns are off, they watch the sheet go through the turning block ensuring
it does not foul.

(7) Tailer, as
the other sheet is released, trims as hard and fast as they can.

(8) Grinder, as
soon as the working sheet is cast off, commences grinding in the high
speed direction. Switch to low speed when needed and complete trim of
jib.

(9) Tailer once
Grinder switches to low speed, sit on cockpit seat facing forward with
outboard leg straight. Watch trim of jib and tell Grinder when to stop.
Tailer also directs a person forward to skirt the sail inside the lifeline
if applicable.

(10) Helmsman
communicate with Trimmers to determine exact trim and whether Helmsman
wants to point or drive.